Awards Ceremony to Air Live on E! and USA Network on Sunday, January 4, 2026
(Los Angeles, CA – December 22, 2025) – The Critics Choice Association (CCA) announced today the star-studded lineup of presenters for the 31st annual Critics Choice Awards including Ali Larter, Alicia Silverstone, Allison Janney, Arden Cho, Ava DuVernay, Bradley Whitford, Billy Bob Thornton, Colman Domingo, Diego Luna, EJAE, Hannah Einbinder, Jeff Goldblum, Jessica Williams, Justin Hartley, Justin Sylvester, Kaley Cuoco, Keltie Knight, Marcello Hernández, Mckenna Grace, Michelle Randolph, Noah Schnapp, Owen Cooper, Quinta Brunson, Regina Hall, Rhea Seehorn, Sebastian Maniscalco, and William H. Macy.
The 31st annual Critics Choice Awards, hosted by Chelsea Handler, will broadcast LIVE on both coasts on E! and USA Network on Sunday, January 4, 2026 from 7:00-10:00 p.m. ET/ 4:00-7:00 p.m. PT. The star-studded show will once again be held at the Barker Hangar in Santa Monica and will continue its combined film and television awards format, honoring the best in cinematic, televised, and streaming achievement. Notably, four new categories have been added to this year’s show: Best Variety Series, Best Stunt Design, Best Casting and Ensemble, and Best Sound.
As previously announced, “Sinners” leads the Critics Choice Awards film contenders with an impressive 17 nominations, nearly matching the record of 18 that “Barbie” achieved two years ago. “Sinners” collected a nod for Best Picture, while cast members Michael B. Jordan, Wunmi Mosaku, and Miles Caton are up for Best Actor, Best Supporting Actress, and Best Young Actor / Actress respectively. Ryan Coogler was recognized in the categories of Best Director and Best Original Screenplay, and the film also received nods for Best Casting and Ensemble, Best Cinematography, Best Production Design, Best Editing, Best Costume Design, Best Hair and Makeup, Best Visual Effects, Best Stunt Design, Best Song, Best Score, and Best Sound. “One Battle After Another” followed closely behind “Sinners,” earning 14 nominations.
“Adolescence” leads this year’s television nominees with six nominations including a nod for Best Limited Series. The cast was recognized across multiple categories, with Stephen Graham nominated for Best Actor in a Limited Series or Movie Made for Television. Castmates Owen Cooper and Ashley Walters each received nods for Best Supporting Actor in a Limited Series or Movie Made for Television, while Erin Doherty and Christine Tremarco are both up for Best Supporting Actress in a Limited Series or Movie Made for Television. “Nobody Wants This” was also one of the top-nominated TV contenders, earning five nominations.
The Critics Choice Awards are bestowed annually to honor the finest in cinematic and television achievement. Historically, they are the most accurate predictor of Academy Award nominations. The 31st annual Critics Choice Awards show will be executive-produced by Bob Bain Productions and Berlin Entertainment. The Critics Choice Awards are represented by Dan Black at Greenberg Traurig, LLP.
Sponsors of the Awards include FIJI Water, Milagro Tequila, Cold Stone Creamery, and Wetzel’s Pretzels.
Leading into the show, the “LIVE from E!: Critics Choice Awards” red carpet special will air live from 2:00-4:00 p.m. PT / 5:00-7:00 p.m. ET across E! and USA Network. The special will be hosted by Justin Sylvester and Keltie Knight, along with Will Marfuggi and Erin Lim.
Follow the 31st annual Critics Choice Awards on Instagram and X @CriticsChoice, on TikTok @OfficialCriticsChoice, and on Facebook/CriticsChoiceAwards. Join the conversation using #CriticsChoiceAwards. Follow @enews and @eentertainment for live red carpet and CCA coverage.
Digital assets including the logo and Chelsea Handler’s headshot can be found HERE.
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DEADLINE: FRIDAY, DECEMBER 26, 2025
About the Critics Choice Association (CCA)
The Critics Choice Association is the largest critics organization in the United States and Canada, representing more than 500 media critics and entertainment journalists. It was established in 2019 with the formal merger of the Broadcast Film Critics Association and the Broadcast Television Journalists Association, recognizing the intersection between film, television, and streaming content. For more information, visit:
www.CriticsChoice.com.
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